Variety, The Children's Charity is dedicated to improving the lives of Australian children in need.The Variety story began in 1928, when a desperate mother left her baby at the Sheridan Theatre, Pittsburgh USA. Today, it is an international organisation, operating in 14 countries, including Australia which last year celebrated 30 years of service. In 2005, Variety granted $11 million in appeals. The majority of these funds were raised as a result of successful events. We don’t give cash. We do provide/pay for is specialised equipment and services that improve the lives of Australia's special kids.